{"id":343,"date":"2017-10-18T16:42:18","date_gmt":"2017-10-18T16:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.drevanbeale.com\/blog\/?p=343"},"modified":"2019-11-08T16:43:20","modified_gmt":"2019-11-08T16:43:20","slug":"mommy-makeover-series-recovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drevanbeale.com\/blog\/mommy-makeover-series-recovery\/","title":{"rendered":"MOMMY MAKEOVER SERIES: RECOVERY"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Give your post-baby body a transformation with a\u00a0mommy makeover<\/a>. After surgery and recovery, you\u2019ll enjoy a flatter tummy, perkier breasts, and head-to-toe rejuvenation. Oftentimes the surgery is completed in just a few hours, but what about recovery? Learn the basics about recovery after a mommy makeover.<\/p>\n

WHEN WILL I GO HOME AFTER MOMMY MAKEOVER SURGERY?<\/h2>\n

While some patients can go home right after their surgery, around 90% of patients recover overnight with us. When you\u2019re ready to go home, you\u2019ll need someone to drive you and to stay with you for the first few days. At first, you\u2019ll need a lot of assistance, but you\u2019ll recover quickly. Many patients are back to light activity in a couple days and full activity in a few weeks.<\/p>\n

IS RECOVERY PAINFUL AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?<\/h2>\n

There will be moments of discomfort during your recovery after a mommy makeover, but the process shouldn\u2019t be overly painful. We can prescribe pain medications and will give you tips for a more comfortable recovery. Take it easy, rest a lot, and let us know if you experience extreme pain or any unexpected symptoms after surgery. Many of our patients are delighted to find that recovery is easier than they were expecting.<\/p>\n

HOW MANY DAYS WILL I NEED TO TAKE OFF FROM WORK AFTER A MOMMY MAKEOVER?<\/h2>\n

Your mommy makeover will be customized to you. The amount of time you\u2019ll need off from work will vary depending on the procedures you receive and the type of work you do. We\u2019ll help you figure out your recovery needs during your consultation. Most patients are back to work within two weeks and back to full activity within six weeks.<\/p>\n

TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL RECOVERY<\/h2>\n

Recovery isn\u2019t easy, but with a little preparation, it will be over quickly and you\u2019ll be enjoying your new body. These tips will help make recovery a success.<\/p>\n